The Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) Program assists Veterans with service-connected disabilities to prepare for, find, and keep suitable jobs. For Veterans with service-connected disabilities so severe that they cannot immediately consider work, this program offers services to improve their ability to live as independently as possible. VR&E is sometimes referred to as the Chapter 31 program.

The Providence VA Regional Office has a team of VR&E counselors.

• VR&E services begin with vocational testing. Identified career goals may require training or education. A veteran can receive up to 48 months of benefits, including training costs and a stipend. (Duration of benefits and stipend amount may depend on use of and eligibility for GI Bill benefits.)
• For veterans unable to work, VR&E includes Independent Living Services benefits which last for 30 months. ILS helps veterans live more independently or connect with their communities. Examples of ILS benefits include computer classes, art classes, computer purchase, and home modifications.